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Developing People

Early Career Training Programme (ECTP)

Supporting and developing our early career teachers in the first two years of teaching is important.  Working as a delivery partner with Teach First, we deliver the Early Career Training Programme to all our ECTs across the trust and beyond.  These sessions are facilitated by colleagues with a strong track record in mentoring and supporting new teachers into the profession.

A flexible, evidence-led programme that delivers practical support and long-term impact – for teachers and schools alike.

For your school and mentors

Strengthening your school through high-quality support.

  • Fully funded and Ofsted-rated outstanding
  • A one-year comprehensive training and support programme for mentors
  • School-led approach: our programme is created by Teach First experts working with school trusts

For early career teachers

A structured two-year journey that promotes confidence, subject expertise and retention.

  • Training tailored to their subject and phase (across 25 areas, including SEND)
  • Weekly mentor support
  • Flexible delivery: online and face-to-face learning
  • Optional modules: offering flexibility based on school setting or leadership ambitions
  • New for 2025: diagnostic tool personalising learning to meet each teacher’s needs.